Special Edition: What Families Should Know During Distance Learning |
|
This special edition of SUSD Connects contains helpful information for our students and families during Distance Learning. Because the situation is fluid, we encourage our community to find the latest updates from the District at www.stocktonusd.net.
|
|
Welcome to the 2020-2021 School Year
Letter from Interim Superintendent Brian Biedermann
|
|
Dear Stockton Unified staff, students, families, and community,
It is my honor and privilege to serve as Interim Superintendent of Stockton Unified School District. I look forward to continuing our mission of ensuring all SUSD students graduate college, career, and community ready.
I want to begin by thanking each and every family for supporting their child throughout the pandemic. I know the transition to distance learning this past March was difficult, and I applaud our students, families, and staff for their flexibility, resilience, and for working together to manage such a challenging endeavor.
One of the many lessons reaffirmed by the pandemic is that we are stronger together. Despite our inability to physically come together, we saw record-high participation from students and families, resulting in better-informed decisions in our pandemic response. This is incredibly encouraging, and I implore you to continue collaborating with us. As my team and I begin developing plans for returning to school in the fall, we will once again look to you for input so that we can make the best decision for our students and schools, together. Please look for this survey on our website and social media.
|
|
The 2019-2020 school year was unlike any other, but together, we rose to meet the challenge of a global pandemic.
We served on, we connected on, we taught on, we celebrated on, and now SUSD, it's time to mask on!
Welcome to the 2020-2021 school year!
|
|
Small Acts, Big Change: Reimagining Teaching and Learning |
|
As we Kick Off the 2020 school year, we will focus on our theme of "small acts, BIG Change: Re-imagining Teaching and Learning"
In the words of Howard Zinn, “Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” While we know that our world will never be the same following this global pandemic and plight for social justice, we in Stockton Unified have a unique opportunity to reimagine what teaching and learning look like.
Every one of our employees plays a significant role in this process as we are all in the business of teaching and learning no matter where our vantage point lies. As we venture into the 20-21 school year, we must commit to our mission of graduating every student college, career, and community ready. In doing so, we lift all youth out of circumstances of poverty and scarcity.
It will take all 5200 employees working with our stakeholders to make this a reality.
Below you will also find a short video depicting the story of the Chinese Bamboo Tree, a small act that leads to big change.
We wish you an amazing year!
|
|
Distance Learning Guidebook Update |
|
We’re happy to announce that the latest update of the SUSD Distance Learning Guidebook is now available for download. All families are encouraged to download the guidebook in their preferred language using the links below:
NOTE: Grading guidance was updated to reflect the most recent Memorandum of Understanding with our teachers' union on July 31, 2020 and the Athletics Guidance was updated on August 13, 2020.
|
|
Announcement: Technology Access for All SUSD Families |
|
Stockton Unified is pleased to announce that the District has ordered one WiFi-enabled Hotspot for every SUSD household to ensure that all students can participate in distance learning. The devices will begin arriving toward the end of August and early September. Your child’s school will contact you when the device is available for pickup. Until then, we are encouraging all students who are still in need of WiFi access to utilize the hotspot function available on some cell phones, or to take advantage of the free WiFi options that some internet providers are offering. Information regarding these options has been posted to all school websites, and can also be viewed at www.stocktonusd.net/TechAccess.
Please reach out to your student’s school with any technology concerns and questions.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to get our entire community connected during distance learning.
|
|
Central Enrollment is now open for registration by appointment only for grades TK-12. Please email enrollment@stocktonusd.net or call (209) 933-7028 ext 0 to schedule an appointment. Due to the limited number of appointments allocated per day, parents are highly encouraged to enroll online.
Health and safety precautions for families and staff are our priority.
When entering the building at Central Enrollment please adhere to the following:
- Only two persons per family
- Wear a mask or face covering
- Maintain physical distancing from others of at least six feet
If you are enrolling in preschool please call to schedule an appointment (209) 933-7380 ext. 1383. Both Preschool and Head Start enrollment is available online at bit.ly/SUSDpreschool.
|
|
Beginning Monday, August 17th, an additional meal serving time will be available in the mornings from 6:45AM – 7:30AM at Chavez High School, Edison High School, Franklin High School, and Stagg High School.
Meals will continue to be available for pick up at these 4 sites and 24 additional sites from 10:30AM – 12:30PM on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays.
Meals will be Provided for Enrolled Stockton USD Students ONLY
Meals will only be available for enrolled Stockton USD students. Schools are no longer able to provide meals to other children in the household.
Meal Service Postcard/Letter with Student Name and Barcode Required for Meal Pick Up
In order to receive meals, parents/guardians must bring the meal service postcard/letter provided by the District. This postcard/letter includes the student’s name, ID number, and assigned barcode. Replacement meal service letters are available by contacting the Child Nutrition Department at 209-933-7015 ext. 2260.
Meals can be picked up with the postcard/letter at any meal service location.
The barcode on the postcard will be scanned at the meal service location. Each enrolled Stockton Unified student is eligible for one meal pickup per meal service day.
Social Distancing During Meal Pick Up
The meal pickup procedures include social distancing requirements for the safety of staff and families.
Families are asked to remain in their vehicles until staff are done placing meals for their family on the table. Staff will back up from the table to ensure that a 6-foot distance is maintained.
Parents/guardians are asked to wear face coverings during curbside meal pick up. Staff are required to wear face coverings during meal preparation and pick up.
Meal Service Locations and Serving Times Beginning Monday, August 17th*
-
August Elementary (2101 Sutro Avenue, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Chavez High (2929 Windflower Lane, 95212) from 6:45AM – 7:30AM & 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Cleveland Elementary (20 E. Fulton Street, 95204) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Commodore Stockton Skills (2725 Michigan Avenue, 95204) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Edison High (100 W. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., 95206) from 6:45AM – 7:30AM & 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
El Dorado Elementary (1540 N. Lincoln Street, 95204) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Franklin High (4600 E. Fremont Street, 95215) from 6:45AM – 7:30AM & 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Fremont Elementary (2021 E. Flora Street, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Grunsky Elementary (1550 N. School Avenue, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Hamilton Elementary (2245 E. Eleventh Street, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Harrison Elementary (3203 Sanguinetti Lane, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Henry Elementary (1107 S. Wagner Avenue, 95215) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Hong Kingston Elementary (6324 N. Alturas Avenue, 95207) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Kennedy Elementary (630 Ponce de Leon Avenue, 95210) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
King Elementary (2640 E. Lafayette Street, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Marshall Elementary (1141 Lever Boulevard, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Montezuma Elementary (2843 Farmington Road, 95205) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Nightingale Charter (1721 Carpenter Road, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Pittman Charter (701 E. Park Street, 95202) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Pulliam Elementary (230 Presidio Way, 95207) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Rio Calaveras Elementary (1819 E. Bianchi Road, 95210) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
San Joaquin Elementary (2020 S. Fresno Avenue, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Spanos Elementary (536 S. California Street, 95203) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Stagg High (1621 Brookside Road, 95207) from 6:45AM – 7:30AM & 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Taft Elementary (419 Downing Avenue, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Van Buren Elementary (1628 E. Tenth Street, 95206) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Victory Elementary (1838 W. Rose Street, 95203) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
-
Washington Elementary (1735 W. Sonora Street, 95203) from 10:30AM – 12:30PM
*Sites and serving times are subject to change, so please check the District website at www.stocktonusd.net/MealService for the most accurate, up-to-date information.
|
|
Mental Health and Behavior Support Resources During Distance Learning |
|
The Mental Health & Behavior Support Service Department is excited to share our Parent & Family Resources and Staff Resources for Distance Learning. Please see the attached flyers for more details.
Available resources include:
- Instant Coffee Talks (pre-recorded trainings on various topics)
-
Monthly Mindfulness Practices (YouTube videos to view and share (Spanish & English))
- Trauma Informed Care, Education & Quick Tips
- Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (distance learning & in the home)
- Virtual Calming Room (calming strategies at your fingertips)
- And much more…
|
|
Accessing Free E-Books and Audiobooks from Home |
|
District Librarian Mary Ann Pafford created a homemade video for families, students and teachers teaching them how to access e-books and audiobooks through SORA from home.
The SORA collection is an extension of our physical libraries, only it’s online with 24/7 access to ebooks and audiobooks. It’s convenient for students to check out titles at home with no worry about misplacing a book or running up late fees – these digital titles automatically return at the end of the lending period!
Digital books are compatible with smartphones, tablets, eReaders, and computers. All you need to get started is an internet connection and your SUSD Google account. Access SORA in your browser by visiting soraapp.com/library/stocktonca or download the Sora app and use the setup code stocktonca. Note: Students must be logged into their District Google account to access SORA.
We encourage all students to visit our digital library to become familiar with how it works and browse our current catalog. Please contact Mary Ann Pafford, District Librarian at mpafford@stocktonusd.net with questions. |
|
Parent Tip: Support and Promote Learning at Home
|
|
Elementary School Families:
- Give your child a daily responsibility to carry out.
- Establish a study area, and a daily time for learning.
- Ask your child open-ended questions that promote thinking: What if people had no hands? How many ways can you think of to make learning more fun?
- Help your child draw maps. Let your child hide something and draw a map for you to find it.
- Play listening games, like Simon Says.
- Give your child step-by-step instructions. Gradually increase the number of steps.
- Get out old clothes for costumes and act out favorite stories.
- Establish a family reading time.
Secondary School Families:
- Have your teen establish a study area and a daily time for learning.
- Encourage your teen to set learning goals.
- Suggest that your teen keep a journal of the events of this time and her thoughts about them.
- Ask your teen open-ended questions that promote thinking: What would be the downside to being famous? If you could start your own charity, what would it do?
- Have your teen teach you something you don't know. Ask him to explain a biology concept he's learned recently, or to show you how to solve a tricky math problem.
- Establish a daily family reading time.
- Have your teen tackle a long-term project. It's great to be able to start something just because it's interesting when there's no time pressure.
- Suggest that your teen reread this year's class notes.
- Have your teen work some math problems every day.
- Allow your teen some time for daydreaming. Imagining different situations and how they might handle them makes it easier for teens to face challenges.
|
|
|
|
Click event for more information |
|
Submit your stories for the next SUSD Connects!
|
|
SUSD Community Relations Department
701 N. Madison Street
Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 933-7025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
